Ahead of State of the Union, hints of frustration with Trump emerge in House GOP
Some House Republicans have rebuked Mr. Trump on tariffs, war powers and the Epstein files, and defections could grow as the midterms approach.
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Some House Republicans have rebuked Mr. Trump on tariffs, war powers and the Epstein files, and defections could grow as the midterms approach.
When asked about President Trump's call to nationalize elections, Republican House Majority Whip Tom Emmer of Minnesota says "we have a state-based elections system. It is going to remain that way." On "CBS Mornings" he also blames the partial government shutdown on Democrats. They are demanding major changes for ICE agents in exchange for the votes to approve the spending bill.
The House of Representatives passed a resolution Wednesday night to repeal President Trump's tariffs on Canada. It passed 219-211, with six Republicans joining most Democrats to vote for it. Daniella Diaz, Congress reporter for NOTUS, and Tia Mitchell, Washington bureau chief for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, join to discuss.
A shouting match broke out as Attorney General Pam Bondi sparred with critics in Congress over her handling of the Justice Department's Epstein files release. Scott MacFarlane has more.
The measure's passage is largely symbolic as it's likely to be vetoed by the president if it survives a Senate vote.
The House on Wednesday voted to rescind President Trump's tariffs on Canada, with six Republicans joining Democrats. The measure now heads to the Senate.
Three House Republicans on Tuesday helped thwart a White House push to block lawmakers from voting on resolutions designed to object to the president's emergency tariffs. Rep. Kevin Kiley of California was one of those Republicans and joins "The Takeout" to explain his decision.
At a House hearing on Wednesday, Democratic Rep. Lou Correa of California criticized some of the redactions in the Justice Department's files on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. In response, Attorney General Pam Bondi said, "If any man's name was redacted that should not have been, we will of course unredact it."
At a House hearing on Wednesday, Democratic Rep. Zoe Lofgren of California asked Attorney General Pam Bondi if some emails in the Epstein files provide credible proof warranting further investigation. Bondi said the Justice Department "will look and investigate any case involving any victim."
The leaders of three major immigration agencies defended the Trump administration's mass deportation campaign in testimony before lawmakers, marking their first appearance on Capitol Hill since the recent crackdown in Minneapolis. Nicole Sganga has details.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to endorse Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy's grandson, a source familiar confirmed to CBS News.
One week from Friday, federal funding for the Department of Homeland Security expires. The odds of extending that funding by the deadline seem slim, with Democrats and Republicans still far apart. Democratic Rep. Jimmy Gomez of California voted against the funding bills earlier this week and joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
The Democratic members of a U.S. House committee have released the findings of a report examining last month's fatal shootings in Minneapolis by federal immigration officers.
The House on Tuesday voted 217 to 214 to fund major parts of the government and end the partial shutdown.
Trever Nehls is looking to succeed his identical twin brother, Republican Rep. Troy Nehls, as the next representative of Texas' 22nd Congressional District. In this extended interview, the brothers chat with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett about the race, their outlook on the upcoming midterms and more.
The next representative of Texas' 22nd Congressional District could have a familiar face. Trever Nehls, the identical twin brother of current Rep. Troy Nehls, is running for that very seat. The brothers joined "The Takeout" to discuss ongoing policy issues and how they see the November election going.
Democrats on the House Homeland Security Committee released a statement urging lawmakers to vote against the funding package amid a partial government shutdown that began Saturday. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small reports.
The House Rules Committee is set to consider a funding package on Monday after a partial government shutdown began Saturday. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has the latest.
Members of the House of Representatives are considering a funding package passed by the Senate to fund the government after a partial shutdown began over the weekend. CBS News' Nikole Killion reports.
Democrat Christian Menefee won a Texas U.S. House seat in a special election Saturday that will narrow Republicans' already-slim majority.
The federal government is partially shut down this weekend. Congress failed to fund some of the largest agencies and departments before a Friday night deadline. Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Moments ago, the Senate passed a funding package that will keep the government running after reaching a deal to separate a vote on funds for the Homeland Security Department. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion has more.
Sources say Iowa is seen as a key part of the Trump team's strategy to keep the House in GOP hands.
Senators returned to Capitol Hill on Tuesday amid an ongoing fight over funding the Department of Homeland Security that's included in a House-approved government funding package. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest.
This week, seven House Democrats broke with leadership and voted to fund the Department of Homeland Security without ICE reforms. Political strategists Matt Gorman and Chuck Rocha join "The Takeout" to discuss.